For all my fellow crusaders and newer followers, let me give you a brief introduction. (If you want the long version, read more about me or my books by clicking on the pages above.)
I am a professional speaker and member of the National Speaker Association. (Nickname - Spunk on a Stick) I do motivational talks & classes and instructional seminars in the area of promotion. My professional speaker site is Spunk on a Stick
I’m the author of six books. Overcoming Obstacles with SPUNK! is based on two of my seminars and includes chapters from six other authors. Last year saw the release of book five in my YA series, The Circle of Friends. This five-book series is inspirational and uplifting, and it follows five friends as they learn to overcome. Since the series is now complete, I recently moved The Circle of Friends site here to Blogger.
In my personal life, I’ve been married for almost twenty years - no kids - and own two cats named Rocko & Spunky, who replaced Calvin & Hobbes. I am a Christian, a vegan, and a roller coaster fanatic. Originally from Oregon, I now live in North Carolina.
The focus of this blog is book promotion and other aspects of the publishing and speaking industry. (So, you probably won’t see me participating in the Crusader writing challenges.) I would like to write again and hope to find inspiration to dive back in and complete my non-fiction book. I’m also happy to help any writer on his or her author journey. Spunky is here to help!
Congratulations on reaching over 400 followers and the many books you have written. I didn't realise you have written so many.
ReplyDeleteHave a good day,
Yvonne.
Thank you Yvonne. And funny, people keep telling me they didn't realize I'd written so many books. Maybe I should mention them more often.
ReplyDeleteYour doing great and you know deserve a break. What are you doing for yourself everyday? How about that 30 min for you challenge I posted? HUH? LOL
ReplyDeleteI am unsure how you have put out as much as you have. Has to be that flaming red hair that has your imagination in overdrive. But seriously....take a break....it might be just what you need.
Cpngrats! with your ventures.And I thought I was busy. Hope you find the wherewithall to finish your non-fiction book soon. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI like the name of your blog. Congratulations on your success!
ReplyDeleteExactly how can I get some of that "Can Do" spunk to rub off on me? What accomplishments, WOW! And here I thought those cat pictures were yours :~)
ReplyDeleteJules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow
Congrats on your followers! And great wrap-up intro for anyone new here (and even for us old-timers, too! Very inspiring how much you accomplish.)
ReplyDeleteI hope your burnout is short-lived. Congratulations on passing the 400 mark!
ReplyDeleteLynette, must be the red hair! I'll spark again soon though.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Heather.
Jules, just don't take no for an answer!
Thank you Elizabeth and Jane - and it seems like so much more when I write it down.
Congrats on passing the 400 and now I see you're rapidly heading toward the 500 level.
ReplyDeleteSeems like a lot of us are now having that problem with Google Friend Connect. It sure helps when new followers leave a comment of greeting so it's easier to find them and reciprocate the following.
Lee
Tossing It Out
400 followers! That's fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThere's absolutely nothing wrong with taking a break with writing. If you decide to go back, yay. If you decide to go in other directions, yay. Whatever is best for you.
I remember taking a speech class in college. I’m totally impressed you’re a professional speaker – it’s hard!
ReplyDelete(Even the Blogger follower gadget has problems dishing out information.)
Can't imagine doing a series of five. I'll be lucky to do a series of two!
ReplyDeleteI've known you for over a year now and it's still lovely to read about you and learn more.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on reaching the 400 follower mark! That's huge!
Jai
Every way you describe yourself resonates with me. I'm just older and have to really dig deep for my "spunk" these days. Photography, Christian, etcetera. Glad to find you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit and comment, I guess we have different tastes in places to go. I even met one of my followers who live at Nashville.
ReplyDeleteHad a grand time.
You are fortunate to have more than one life calling and the skills to do them. Your muse will return when it's ready and the time is right. Meantime, your motivational and coaching support of others is a GREAT way to carry on with a productive career. Count yourself lucky, and know that you are appreciated by many, Spunkster!
ReplyDeleteHi Spunky. Thanks for laying out all your accomplishments - makes me feel a laggard ha ha.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a new problem that's come up with blogger or what? I'm also getting lots of new followers and will be at 400 before I can blink - mainly from the crusade - and people aren't leaving messages - just follow and run - and there's no link with google. I've also had a lot of people replying by email to a comment rather than visit and comment in return. Are we moving in a new direction? Not much point in having followers who you can't connect with! Thoughts?
(I've even put a graphic near my follower button but that hasn't helped much.)
Denise:)
So glad you joined the Crusaders, Diane! Your accomplishments are stellar and your blog is a treasure for writers (not to mention the weekend sillies, which RAWK!)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the introduction. It was great getting to know you a little better!
ReplyDeleteNice intro. Looking forward to visiting lots!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know you liked roller coasters - they terrify me! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Diane,
ReplyDeleteIt's fantastic you joined my Crusade, and I'm so glad it's helped you reach your 400 follower mark, woot!!!
Lovely to learn more about you. Best of luck with the writing, I hope your burnout recovers soon.
Hugs,
Rach
Wow congrats on 400 followers! I am someone with several caps too, and I find that sometimes one is silent to give the other some space. All focused to growth. Last year I was more artist than writer. This year I write a lot, edit and submit. Learned so much from myself through art that I am a much better writer :)
ReplyDeleteHi Diane .. congratulations on getting to well over 400 followers .. your advice and knowledge are always welcomed - you have much to share.
ReplyDeleteI just look forward to more interesting stimulating blog posts ..
Enjoy the week - Hilary
Hasn't the Crusade been great? I'm really enjoying finding so many wonderful new blogs!
ReplyDeleteHa! Yet another thing I didn't know that we have in common. This year will be my 20th wedding anniversary, too. Fun to get a little more peek at you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on getting over 400 followers - fantastic! :) I love your kitties' names.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the 400 followers! This was a nice introduction to you. I love your inventive cat names!
ReplyDeleteI'm not new but I'm glad you gave us a quick review of your books. Why not? People have so much on their minds these days. We nned a little help when we can get it!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Carolyn Howard-Johnson
Blogging writers resources at Writer's Digest 101 Best Websites pick www.sharingwithwriters.blogspot.com
Helen, I am still deciding!
ReplyDeleteHolly, I love it. And to think I used to be so shy.
Bettyann, your spunk is still there!
Thank you, Marvin.
L'Aussie, it's frustrating.
VR, the weekend sillies will never end.
Sylvia, it's wherever we feel led.
Hart, what day? We're May 1st!
Talli and Kari, we don't have normal pets so why normal pet names?
Thanks to all!
We need you to write positive, non-edgy, non-supernatural stuff for our kids! I mean, in-between all that other stuff you do, of course. ;)
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm one of your new followers, via the Crusade :D
ReplyDeleteWow! And I thought I was busy! Very cool.
ReplyDeleteNew follower and fellow crusader. Nice to meet you!